Which of the following statements regarding standing to sue is true?

A. It is determined by whether or not a court has jurisdiction over a matter.
B. It is determined by whether or not the Supreme Court will hear a case.
C. It is determined by whether or not a person or a group has suffered harm as a result of the action that led to the dispute in question.
D. It is the decorum that is expected in dealing with the Supreme Court during trial.
E. It is also known as stare decisis.


Answer: C

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